Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Thunder Jet 20 Chinook Pro 2021 vs ThunderJet Luxor 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Thunder Jet 20 Chinook Pro 2021 vs ThunderJet Luxor 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The ThunderJet Luxor 2008 tops out at 330 hp. Engine specs for the Thunder Jet 20 Chinook Pro 2021 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Thunder Jet 20 Chinook Pro 2021 carries 72 gallons versus 48 gallons in the ThunderJet Luxor 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Thunder Jet 20 Chinook Pro 2021 and ThunderJet Luxor 2008 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail20.00 ft
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches240
Length overall - Inches228
Beamnot available
Beam84 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches84
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise12℃
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail31 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 31 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches31
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardCarbureted Vortec 305; 250 hp
Jet pumpnot available
Jet pumpAmerican Turbine SD 309
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail48 gal
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine maxnot available
Engine max330 hp
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,585 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6 / 900 lbs
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeThunderJet
Modelnot available
ModelLuxor
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2008
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.190 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee